Messi thanks Argentina fans after World Cup final loss to Spain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 6:52 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Lionel Messi expressed gratitude to Argentina fans following the team's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final on July 20, 2026, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Acknowledging the pain of the loss, Messi reflected on the challenges faced during the tournament and emphasized the unity and pride of the Argentine people. Despite the setback, Messi's performance included breaking the World Cup goal record. He confirmed he will not play in the next two matches for Inter Miami to recuperate.
- •Argentina lost to Spain in the World Cup final
- •Messi did not confirm his international retirement
- •He finished the tournament with 21 World Cup goals
- •Messi will rest during the upcoming MLS matches
- 6:52 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Messi thanks Argentina fans but ‘wound will take time to heal’
"Argentina were beaten 1-0 in the final by Spain in what has been rumoured to be Lionel Messi’s final World Cup game.
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